Dogs

17% of Israelis sleep with their dog in bed – and that’s not the most surprising part

A new survey conducted for Walla on International Dog Day reveals just how much dogs are part of the Israeli family, and what happens when it comes to vacation planning?

Nearly 90% of Israelis say their dog is a full-fledged member of the family.
At an animal shelter, teenage volunteers from the youth club care for and walk beagles from pharmaceutical laboratories that are awaiting adoption, in Yvre L Eveque, France, September 6, 2025.

Over 150 beagles rescued from testing at Wisconsin facility, marking over 2,000 released this year

(FILE PHOTO) A food delivery man waits outside a McDonalds restaurant in Tel Aviv. April 18, 2020

Disabled IDF veteran says he was forced to leave McDonald's with service dog

Two of the 60 puppies up for adoption in Sderots's animal shelter.

While Israeli children enjoy summer break, 60 puppies born in southern Israel wait for adoption


Thinking of adopting a dog? Meet the Tinder for pets

"I saw his eyes and just had to swipe right": Meet Adopt-Me, the social startup that developed the "Tinder" of the pet adoption world. Now, it's launching a crowdfunding campaign.

 A new pet matchmaking app

The promotions and new home items

Promotions and new items for the home: Special offers on products for families and pets.

 Siemens

Israel Dog Unit holds special search day for Haymanot Kasau, one year after disappearance

"We at the IDU are dedicated to the search and support of the family. We will continue the search as long as necessary."

 Members of the Israel Dog Unit searching for Haymanot Kasau in Safed one year after he abduction, February 25, 2025.

American-Israeli woman from Montana still missing after disappearance at dog park

Ehrlich's dog, Bamba, is also still at large and local police are requesting help in finding the dog to return to their family.

 Danit Ehrlich posing with her beloved dog, Bamba.

A veterinarian's take on dog tear stains: Why I recommend Nature's Protection Superior Care


Like cats and dogs, when we listen intently we prick up our ears, study finds

Although modern humans cannot move their ears around in the same way that dogs, cats, and horses do, the findings suggest that humans involuntarily tense their ear muscles when listening intently.

 What happens to our ears when we listen intently? Illustration.

The harmonious relationship between the stray dogs of Koh Samui, island's residents

On the small Thai island of Koh Samui, tens of thousands of stray dogs roam freely, a common sight everywhere.

 DOGS ARE everywhere on roads and pavements around the island.

Alpine rescue service and dog teams race to recover bodies after deadly avalanche in Trasquera

Shortly after noon on Sunday, a snow avalanche detached in the mountains of Verbano, in the municipal territory of Trasquera, overwhelming a group of people.

 The Italian Alps.

Dog anti-aging study leaps decades ahead of human research

Researchers hope that preventing age-related decline in dogs could benefit human longevity.

 Senior golden retriever.

Lisa Baron Haet: Working in international relations at the Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind

Lisa Baron Haet coordinates visits from donors, writes reports and grant applications, edits newsletters, and raises awareness about the center’s work.

 Lisa Baron Haet with Venus, a bling colleague's guide dog.